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SpokesKIDS to pedal through Newark

Kate Dengg, Reporter
Published 3:03 p.m. ET July 14, 2018

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Photo from the 2nd annual SpokesKIDS ride. SpokesKIDS, a youth-driven fundraising event to fight cancer, is going on it's fourth year and has raised over $30,000 for cancer research.(Photo: Jessica Phelps/The Advocate)Buy Photo

The annual SpokesKIDS Pelotonia will be biking back into Newark for its fourth year on Saturday, July 28th.

The event was kick-started in 2013 when 8-year-old, Calivin Schnaidt, lost his father, David Schnaidt, to cancer. Over the following summer, Calvin's mother and older sister participated in Pelotonia. Calvin wanted to show support to his dad by biking as well, but was too young. So, his grandfather suggested he start a Pelotonia for kids.

Today, kids involved in SpokesKIDS have raised over $30,000 for cancer research.

"It's a way for kids to make a difference," said Teri Niedermeyer, co-chair of the event.

At 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 28th, local kids, ages eight to 14-years old, will have the chance to make a difference again.

The race will begin at Apple Tree Auction Center at 1625 W Church Street in Newark, carry on down the bike path, and conclude at Robbins Hunter Museum at 221 E Broadway in Granville, where a celebration will be prepared for riders.

Riders will cover a distance of roughly 7 miles in total.

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Photo from the 2nd annual SpokesKIDS ride. SpokesKIDS, a youth-driven fundraising event to fight cancer, is going on it's fourth year and has raised over $30,000 for cancer research.(Photo: Jessica Phelps/The Advocate)

The cost to register is $20, but, like the official Pelotonia, riders will then have a fundraising obligation to fill. At least $80 must be raised and submitted at the beginning of the race. The top 3 fundraiser earners will be recognized for their contributions.

All of the earnings will donated directly to the Pelotonia to further benefit cancer research.

Those too old to ride can still contribute by donating to Team Granville Spokesmen at yourpelotonia.org.